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Web services power just about every web application that we as consumers use every day. In this course, Creating Web Services with Go, you'll learn how to build restful web services using Go’s standard library. First, you’ll explore the use of standard http methods to perform create, update, and delete operations using persistent data with a database. Next, you'll learn how to test your webservices using http debugging tools and you’ll see how you can make use of websockets to improve the user experience of your application. Finally, you'll discover how you can format data using Go’s built in templating package. By the end of this...
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Web services power just about every web application that we as consumers use every day. In this course, Creating Web Services with Go, you'll learn how to build restful web services using Go’s standard library. First, you’ll explore the use of standard http methods to perform create, update, and delete operations using persistent data with a database. Next, you'll learn how to test your webservices using http debugging tools and you’ll see how you can make use of websockets to improve the user experience of your application. Finally, you'll discover how you can format data using Go’s built in templating package. By the end of this course, you should have a firm foundation from which to build your own web services using Go.
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Focuses on building RESTful web services, a core skill for web development
Uses Go's standard library, a widely adopted framework for web services
Covers CRUD operations using persistent data, essential for real-world applications
Introduces HTTP debugging tools, a valuable skill for troubleshooting web services
Explores websockets for enhanced user experience, a modern technique for real-time communication
Leverages Go's templating package for data formatting, a useful skill for presenting data in web applications

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Learners who complete Creating Web Services with Go will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Backend Engineer
A Backend Engineer constructs the server-side logic for software applications. Designing, building, and maintaining the back-end of a website or application would be primary job functions for this role. As one who aspires to be a Backend Engineer, you should know how to build RESTful web services. This course will help build a foundation in using Go to construct services for the back-end.
Web Developer
Web Developers design websites and web applications. One key component of web development is RESTful web services. This course will help you build a foundation in creating web services using Go.
Database Administrator
A Database Administrator manages and maintains databases. This course may be helpful in learning how to design and implement RESTful web services for interacting with databases using Go.
Data Engineer
A Data Engineer collects, processes, and analyzes data. As a Data Engineer, you may work on creating RESTful web services for interacting with data sources; therefore, it may be helpful to take this course to build a foundation in doing so with Go.
Full Stack Engineer
As a Full Stack Engineer, you will work on both the front-end and back-end development of web applications. This course could be helpful, as you must have a strong foundation in creating RESTful web services using Go to be successful in this role.
DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer is someone who bridges the gap between development and operations. As a DevOps Engineer, you may work on creating RESTful web services; therefore, it may be helpful to take this course to build a foundation in doing so with Go.
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist collects, analyzes, and interprets data. As a Data Scientist, you may create RESTful web services. This course can be helpful in building a foundation for doing so with Go.
Systems Architect
A Systems Architect designs and implements software systems. If you want to be a Systems Architect overseeing the design and implementation of RESTful web services, it would be helpful to take this course to build a foundation in designing and implementing them using Go.
Security Engineer
A Security Engineer implements and maintains security measures for software systems. If you are interested in being a Security Engineer, it could be helpful to learn how to create secure RESTful web services using Go. This course will help you build a foundation in doing so.
Machine Learning Engineer
A Machine Learning Engineer designs and implements machine learning systems. If you want to be a Machine Learning Engineer and plan on building RESTful web services, it could be helpful to take this course to build a foundation in designing and implementing them using Go.
Product Manager
A Product Manager is responsible for managing the development and release of a product. If the product you will be managing is a RESTful web service, it would be helpful to take this course to build a foundation in understanding how they are designed and implemented using Go.
Cloud Architect
A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and maintains cloud computing systems. If you are interested in being a Cloud Architect, it would be helpful to learn how to create RESTful web services using Go. This course will help you build a foundation in doing so.
Technical Project Manager
A Technical Project Manager plans and manages technical projects. If you want to be a Technical Project Manager overseeing projects for RESTful web services, it could be helpful to take this course to build a foundation in designing and implementing them.
Software Architect
You will be required to design and create the overall software architecture for complex systems as a Software Architect. It may be helpful for you to take this course to build a foundation in designing RESTful web services using Go.
Software Development Manager
A Software Development Manager oversees the development of software systems. This course may be helpful if you want to become a Software Development Manager supervising projects that involve RESTful web services built using Go.

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Definitive guide to the Go programming language, written by two of its creators. It covers all aspects of the language, including its syntax, semantics, and standard library. This book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn Go.
Practical guide to Go programming. It covers everything from the basics of the language to more advanced topics such as concurrency and web development. This book great resource for anyone who wants to get started with Go.
Collection of recipes for common Go programming tasks. It covers a wide range of topics, including web development, data processing, and testing. This book valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn how to solve common Go programming problems.
Visual guide to Go programming. It uses a unique, visual approach to teach the fundamentals of the language. This book great resource for anyone who wants to learn Go in a fun and engaging way.
The author has experience in building and deploying real-world software at companies like Google, Twitter, and Facebook. covers the fundamentals of the language, and although examples in the book use Google App Engine, the book is still a helpful resource if you're new to Go.
Provides a comprehensive overview of web services, including their architecture, design, and implementation.
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Gentle introduction to web services, perfect for beginners who want to learn the basics.
Definitive guide to RESTful web services, covering everything from the basics to advanced topics such as caching and performance.
Comprehensive guide to SOAP, the industry-standard protocol for web services.
Comprehensive guide to securing web services, covering everything from the basics to advanced topics such as cryptography and authentication.
Provides a comprehensive overview of cloud computing, including web services, architectures, and applications.
Provides a comprehensive overview of web services in Java, including how to create, consume, and secure web services.
Provides a comprehensive overview of HTTP. It covers the protocol's history, architecture, and implementation, as well as advanced topics such as performance tuning and security.
Provides a concise and accessible reference to HTTP. It covers the basics of the protocol, as well as more advanced topics such as caching and security.
Provides a comprehensive overview of HTTP. It covers the protocol's history, architecture, and implementation, as well as advanced topics such as performance tuning and security.
Provides a comprehensive overview of HTTP. It covers the protocol's history, architecture, and implementation, as well as advanced topics such as performance tuning and security.
Is the definitive guide to HTTP. It was written by Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web.
This practical guide provides a comprehensive overview of RESTful web services, with a focus on best practices for designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
Classic guide to RESTful web APIs, providing detailed guidance on how to design, build, and document APIs that meet the needs of both developers and consumers.

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